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CARDIGAN CHRONICLE

Midyear 1993

Faculty~entLmdsT0Develop01ent ANewViewon the Evaluation Pnx:ess Wherever we go we seem to hear more and more about accountability. We hear it in business, we hear it in government, and we hear it in school. In order to judge whether one is accountable, some form of evaluation is necessary. Evaluation is often thought of as an end in itself-as a final

establish a philosophy concerning what this evaluation was to be about and what would be accomplished by it. Because of a strong feeling from the teaching staff that an emphasis 'S hould be placed on professional growth and development instead of a simple managerial function, it was first decided that the word "evaluation" be replaced with "assessment,"

academic relationships, teacher-student personal relationships, teacher-parent relationships, and the teacher as a professional were enumerated and presented to the full faculty for their consideration.

It was further agreed that the path towards increased effectiveness and continuing self-renewal for teachers must be through self-assessment, and this should

thus giving a much less pejoritive sense to the whole process. Observations and

thus be a direct outgrowth of the qualities agreed upon for good teaching. Therefore, the first document in the process to be finalized was a self-assessment check list.

The three major categories of classroom

assessment of teacher performance would be conducted to (a) stimulate the professional growth of individual teachers and (b) promote overall school improvement through the collective development of teachers as a group. Focusing on this goal not only would touch the teacher who needs to develop new skills, but it would also help the outstanding teacher to use his or her strengths to maximize efficiency and share these strengths with other teachers.

Mr. Robert D. Small Director of Studies

judgement-good or bad; a verdict-guilty ornotguilty; as a rating-superior, satisfactory, unsatisfactory; or as a grade-A, B, C, D, F. But this view of evaluation as a

organization and management, relationships, and professionalism were broken down into numerous statements that each teacher would reflect upon in terms of his or her own performance.

Conferences and Workshops Are Valuable Faculty Experiences One of the most valuable experiences for people involved in any field is the opportunity to exchange information, ideas, problems, and solutions; a professional conference or workshop can provide such an opportunity.

A conference typically plays host to a large number of people and offers a broad range of seminar topics from which to choose. Sometimes a seminar or workshop is offered locally, in which case the lecture or discussion is geared toward a

The process of matching one's own teaching styles, goals, and procedures

smaller number of attendees and focuses

against this set of criteria was, in itself, a valuable experience for the teachers. For most it offered reassurance that they were,.

Aside from the chance to meet new

After -the basic philosophy was established, a list of those qualities that reflect good teaching was agreed upon as a basis for establishing both the elements of self-assessment and the more formal

in fact, doing a very good job in terms of their own perceptions. Without exception, however, all found at least one area where there was room for growth.

assessment by those in supervisory roles.

In addition to this checklist, teachers

Areas concerning classroom organization and management, teacher-student

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A Fresh Vision Energizes the Artist : Susan Rives Shares Her Art Training With CMS

on a specific aspect of that profession. people an~ exchange ideas , the off-campus trek itself can be refreshing in that it allows one to gain a fresh perspective on the world in which we are often so immersed. It's no surprise, then, that attendees usually come away with positive feelings about at least some aspect of the gathering.

Cardigan encourages its faculty to attend conferences whenever feasible; a number of teachers had the chance to do so in the fall and early winter.

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If you have not had the chance this terminal activity, an end point, is not reyear to examine any of the various disally useful to anyone. A more useful way to plays of student artwork in Stoddard look at evaluation is as a planning aid-as Center, be sure to take the time to do so a tool to help make decisions about future soon. Susan Rives, Head of Cardigan's activities and events. In most cases, evalu- Art Department, aims to hang two or . ation can be defined as the process of col- three different displays of her students' l lecting and analyzing information about work each trimester, each of the displays unique in both the material and the means past activities and events in order to plan used to demonstrate an artistic concept. and control future activities and events.

All of the work displayed this year has Although evaluation has taken place been a reflection of the fresh vision Suin an informal way at Cardigan for as long san has brought to the department upon as the School has been in existence, recom- her return to Cardigan.

Susan is no stranger to the Cardigan mendations from ourrecentNEASC evalucampus, as she and her husband joined ation suggest that a more formal program the faculty in 1978. While Francis (Rip) should be put in place so that the School continued to teach here through 1984, and its teachers can continue to grow pro- .

Art teacher Susan Rives hangs a class exhibit in Humann Theater. It has been enjoyable to see Susan sought employment off campus fessionally. Consequently, a committee the originality and energy in all the new art displays on campus. after two years in an effort to become was formed under the direction of the Di- accustomed to and acquainted with the surrounding area, or the "outside world,"as rector of Studies to work on the task. she terms it. Working at an art gallery in Hanover, putting together exhibitions at The first job of the committee was to Dartmouth College (before the arrival of the Hood Museum), teaching art in the public pg. school system to grades K-6, and teaching arts and crafts to an adult group in Grantham, New Hampshire helped reinvigorate her and sharpen her focus for her Headmaster's Message & eventual return to Cardigan. She feels that she is a better teacher now for having 3 Board News branched out to work in varied settings. The Rives returned to Cardigan two summers Faculty Feature: Mr. J. ago and have stayed on this year as winter school faculty members once again.

4 Dudley Clark Grandparents' May 1-3 Susan has enjoyed the opportunity to teach art during both the Summer Session Weekend and the academic year. Teaching in the Summer Session enables her to make an artistic Parents' News 6 impact on a coed group of students within a broad range of ages; teaching during the Sports 7 Graduation June 5 academic year allows her to gear her program to just the boys and to a narrower age range. The change keeps her vision fresh .

Alumni News 9-12 Most students at Cardigan can elect to take either Woodshop or Art during one

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Visiting Musicians Offer SpecialA Cappella Treat... causing many students to "change their tune. " The most popular bands among residents of French I, where I serve as dorm parent, include rockers and rappers like Metallica, Public Enemy, Ice Cube, IceT, and Guns 'nRoses. Needless to say, my ear drums have developed thick callouses, and my adoration of peaceful silence has intensified. I have resisted the temptation of ripping out speaker wires on countless occasions and was on the verge of outlawing plugged-in stereos when, on the afternoon of December 9, 1992, a fantastic eventoccurred-aneventthatsignificantly altered students' music tastes and eased this dorm parent's auditory nerve pain.

Thanks to funds set aside for special entertainment programs such as musical

guests, Harvard University's Opportunes, a small, co-ed a cappella group, performed on Humann Theater's stage.Duringtheirhalfhourset,Cardigan students became absorbed in the Opportunes' catchy, well-harmonized melodies as well as their unique brand of humor. Musical selections included the Supremes' "Up the Ladder," Rockapella's "Zombie Jamboree," and Joe Jackson's "Is She Really Going Out With Him," among others. Their music and antics were met with resounding applause from students and faculty alike and left us, at the show's end, hungry for a lengthy encore.

Thankfully, the Opportunes pos-

The Opportu11es from Harvard entertained the students with their humor and fine voices.

Conferences, from p. 1 Local Workshop Sh:esses Importance ofSelf-Esteem Chuck McCormick, a Cardigan faculty member, enjoyed his opportunity to attend a local workshop on "Teen Stress and Empowerment." The workshop was given by Dr. Alan Mendler, ~ho had given an equally valuable presentation on "Discipline with Dignity" last year.

McCormick found this year's presentation so worthwhile, in fact, that he presented the workshop's main points and suggestions to interested Cardigan faculty just a few weeks later.

Whatwas particularlyvaluableabout Dr. Mendler's presentation, according to McCormick, was the array of practical tactics he offered for handling students with low self-esteem and helping them to strengthen that sense of self. In a society replete with stressful living conditions such as alcoholism, drug abuse, children raising children, preoccupied parents, and negative media messages, it's no wonder that there seems to be a decreasing number of children who grow up with strong selfesteem.

Students with low self-esteem, said Dr. Mendler, tend to have poor social skills, difficulty planning, problems with anger and stress management, difficulty empathizing or bonding, and feelings that life is out of control. He feels we, as adult role models, can affe~t positive change either from an "outside-in" approach, or from an "inside-out" approach, in which we facilitate the changing of a student's self-perception.

Although the "inside-out" approach is the more challenging means to the end its effects are no doubt valuable and long~ lasting. Basic tactics in changing a student's vision of himself include the offering of warmth, structure, defined lim-

. its, and a democratic atmosphere. In doing so, we provide the student with his basic needs; a student needs to feel a sense of belonging, of achievement and competence (whether it be academic, social, or athletic), of autonomy, of virtue (often in the form of empathy or generosity), and of fun and enjoyment.

In his presentation to the faculty here, McCormick cited Mendler's practical suggestions for instilling this sense of selfworth in our students. Examples included engaging the student more frequently in positive, non-threatening conversation, taking more time to simply listen to a student, teaching the student to look at his · mistakes in a positive light, giving him responsibilities he can handle, and getting him involved in helping relationshi_ps with other people.

Apparently, Dr. Mendler went into even greater depth, offering tactics even more specific than these, reported McCormick, but simply having an awareness of the low self-esteem problem and a knowledge of the more general strategies that can be used is beneficial to both the teachers and the students with whom they are dealing. Increased awareness and a knowledge of general strategies were thus the objectives of Chuck McCormick's representation of Dr. Mendler's workshop.

Faculty Attends NETC The New England Teachers Conference is an annually held education conference. This year it took place in early December, and five Cardigan faculty members journeyed to Springfield, Massachusetts to attend a wide range of seminars at the conference. Some of the topics covered were: reading and understanding math texts, teachers who spend time coaching in their afternoons, TIAA-CREF retiremnet planning, the use of a single-

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sessed the keen business sense to bring along copies of their most recent cassette recording. Tapes sold out within minutes of the performance's conclusion, and those lucky enough to have procured a cassette dashed to their dormitories to relive the exciting moments they had just experienced minutes before . Approximately seven of "the lucky" were residents of French I, which made me the luckiest Opportunes' admirer of all.

Over the next several days, the sounds of vocal harmony and musical fellowship resonated through the halls of French dormitory. Boom boxes, stereo systems, walkmen, and even the students' voices rang with the tunes of the Opportunes. Led Zeppelin and The Geto Boys seemed almost magically forgotten musical entities . My ear drums felt soothed; peaceful silence became my second choice among auricular options; order and contentment were restored to French ... ... But only temporarily. I should have known; I should have been prepared for the effect that Christmas break would have on the boys' memories and, thus, their choice of music. A cappella music, while still appreciated by French I's eighth graders, had tumbled on their top-forty chart from the pinnacle to the middle of the pack, and the familiar, numbing sensations of the preOpportunes era began to torment my brain once again.

Woe was me-until an enchanted January evening when a cappella music returned to Cardigan, this time in the

diverse and innovative repertoire of Yale's Mixed Company. The group's performance was their third of the day, but their enthusiasm, energy, fresh humor, and sweet harmonies offered no hint oflethargy or worn vocal cords. Their set lasted a full hour and completely satisfied even the most ravenous a cappella fans . The show proved hilarious and unpredictable from the opening song , "Hodja," to the bizarre "You'll Be a Dentist," to the finale, "One Fine Day," which featured Cardigan's Alex Morrison, Andy Dorsett, Gonzalo Sainz, Mr. Gregg, and Josh Sunday in supporting roles. "The Cardigan Mountain School Blues," a clever lament written minutes before the show, impressed the audience with its accurate depiction of student life and its clever rhymes . Faculty and students gave the twenty Yale musicians a standing ovation and left the theater exchanging opinions about favored songs, soloists, and skits.

Perhaps the most significant result of Mixed Company's visit, however, was the reestablishment of a cappella music atop French I's top-forty chart. "Vertical Hold," Mixed Company's 1991 cassette, was purchased by a record-breaking number of students and played with unprecedented frequency in the dorm. Heavy metal standards have taken what seems to be a permanent back seat to harmonious gems like "Heavenly" and "How Sweet It Is ." Once again, the mellow , joyful sounds of close harmony singing can be heard wafting down the halls.

Thanks be to Harvard's Opportunes and Yale's Mixed Company, two groups whose performances lifted our spirits, and whose music lives on in the cassette decks of their loyal Cardigan entourage.

-Robert L. Crawford

Music in "The Aires" -

Cardigan 'sOwnA Cappel/a Group ~ new so~nd sensation fills the air at Cardigan Mountain this year-the "' me~hfluous strams of the Cardigan Aires, a new campus a cappella group comprised off1ve talented students un_derthe direction of Mr. Robert Crawford. The five multitalented stars of the group mclude one senior, Yarrow Thorne who sings base with Jason Calder to the soprano highs of Ted McN aught and Brendan Feitelberg, while Bryce Beermann controls the rhythm. . ~ • Crawford, who sang w~th the Dartmouth Aires while in college, lends his mest~mable ~o':le~ge of music as well as vocal assistance to the group, not to me~tion the m_sptratlo~. It is the students who steal the show, however, bravely taking turns with solo mterludes and a variety of dance steps, mixing songs with humor at every turn.

"I start them off and keep the beat going," says Bryce Beermann, a red-headed ?1over and shaker with an ~xtens~ve musical background. He plays several musical mstru~ents. _He cl~arly enJoys his participation in the group, shaking off nervousness w1~ a,?1g srm_le on his fac~. Ted McNaught adds that "Mr. Crawford is fun to work with, referrmg to the twice weekly practices in Kenerson. . The group is currently working on a medley of theme songs from old TV shows like ,?he Beverly Hil~~illies" and "Mr. Ed," along with classics like "Barbara Ann (Beach B_oys), The Lion Sleeps Tonight" (Tokens), and "Under the Boardwalk" (Dnfters).

Ted, it is said, wants every solo. Jason, for his part, demands more souHn every song.Yarrow adds the stage presence of a veteran, having sung in all the Christmas pageants, and Bren~an, w?o truly_loves to sing, is perhaps tl,le heart of the group. All me?1b~;s of the Aires think thetr group perfor~ances will "impress the young ladies, .and they hoI?e to perform in front of swooning co-ed audiences sooner or later. . The early career of this sensational clan has been limit~d to the all-male audiences on campus. Otherwise, the countryside would be strewn witlt broken hearts. Nevertheless, the beat goes on, and those who hear it are giving it their thunderous applause.

-Thomas Wilkes

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A Message From the Headmaster As the winter months draw to a close, I marvel at how quickly they have passed and how replete they have been with engaging school-related events, both on and off our lovely campus.

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BOARDNEWS Trustee Profiles

Special Winter Weekends The arrival of parents at Canaan in early February inevitably stirs wonderful feelings within all ofus who interact with your sons on a daily basis. Winter Parents' Weekend seems especially meaningful in that parent-teacher conferences serve to directly strengthen the valuable communication lines already in existence. The time spent together at the Shaker Inn Parents' Reception proved to be a warm and memorable experience, only to be followed by an extraordinary Parents' Auction - yet another testament to what parents in partnership with the School can accomplish!

That same February weekend marked a time for the School's alumni to congregate in various off-campus locations for their annual Alumni Winter Weekend. Traditionally the alumni enjoy a variety of activities on campus , including our annual hockey game. This year's weekend was unique in that the Cardigan alumni had · the special opportunity to face off against the Boston Bruins Alumni at Dartmouth College's Thompson Arena in a fund-raiser for both Cardigan and two local youth hockey organizations . The event proved to be another example of how fun and fund-raising can combine with everyone winning.

Later in February, the School hosted a group from Hyvinkaa, Finland, a town with which the Cardigan community has established a remarkable bond over two decades; sixteen boys from Hyvinkaa have attended Cardigan Mountain School. Cardigan's first student to have spent a year in Finland as an exchange student returned to campus with the hockey team of his Finnish school. Also returning to campus were several Finnish alumni, teachers, and friends .

Continuing a tradition established a few issues ago, the Chronicle wishes to recognize the contribution of two of its board members and give you some background on their interests beyond Cardigan Mountain School. One of the trustees profiled here, Crawford Hinman, represents a link to the founding of the school. The other, Matthew Bronfman, represents a recent trend toward appointing either alumni or past parents to positions on the board.

Dr. Crawford Hinman Dr. Hinman has served the School with distinction for over forty years as a member of the Board of Trustees. Following

Cardigan In Mexico The visit from Finland served to remind us all that Cardigan has had the good fortune of having enrolled international students for years . Recently, a number of boys from the Mexico City area have attended Cardigan's Summer Session and have stayed on for the academic year. I am thus especially pleased to highlight an early December trip with my wife Janet and Cardigan's Director of Admissions, Carl Lovejoy, to Mexico City to meet with Cardigan families there.

The three of us attended a number of meetings and functions, the first of which was an evening gathering at the home of the Garcia family. There, current parents whose boys come from the Mexico City area convened for an informative and joyous evening.

Cardigan's extended family environment, our athletic and extracurricular programs, and our strong moral and ethical climate were repeatedly mentioned as some of the attributes which have made Cardigan so appreciated by our Mexican families .

The following night was just as noteworthy, as approximately 60 alumni, prospective students, and families congregated at Senor Gutierrez's restaurant, Pier House, including Carlos Mareno, Cardigan's first alumnus from Mexico, who is now a promising television producer. Again, the fondness for the School was evident among our alumni, and it clearly evoked positive feelings and aroused dynamic interest in the prospective students as well.

This opportunity to visit with so many genuinely enthusiastic Cardigan advocates suggests that we might be ahead of schedule in the formulation of an alumni group from Mexico City similar to the strong alumni groups that have been formed in Finland and in several major cities in the United States.

Tuck School Survey Suggests Marketing In N. H. Areas As much as Cardigan has concerned itself with reaching out to families on a national and international basis, so, too, is the School profoundly interested in families closer to its campus.

Thanks to the Tuck Business School at nearby Dartmouth College, we have recently gained a great deal of insight into the possibilities that exist for recruitment of potential Cardigan students in New Hampshire, particularly from the Upper Valley, Manchester, and Concord areas. The Tuck School conducted a "pro bono ," state-ofthe-art marketing survey which investigated these possibilities. The survey was sent out to a thousand people who could afford an independent education, and the results make it clear that private schools such as ours need to make themselves more wellknown.

Respondents felt the most important motivating factors for having their children attend private schools were particularly the development of self-esteem, high academic standards, small class size, broad curriculum, and traditional values . Because these are the very things Cardigan has stood for since its inception, we are eager to continue to spread the word about this fine institution.

Another finding of the survey indicated that more than half the respondents would consider sending their children to a private middle school. Of course, financial aid remains, as one would expect, a major consideration for families in making the decision to enroll their children in independent schools. · We are delighted about this outreach effort by the Tuck School on Cardigan's behalf. It is wonderful to see Tuck students using their time, energy, and expertise to assist schools in the area. It serves as a gentle reminder that Cardigan needs to continue its own outreach programs such as our Big Brother program, hospital and nursing home clubs, and shared use of our theater facilities for various productions and events by community organizations.

As the end of March break nears, I find myself looking forward to the warmth of Spring and the renewed spirits and campus activities it will bring. Another outstanding Cardigan class will be graduating soon; may its members feel as fondly toward the School in years to come as do the alumni, parents, and friends I have encountered in my travels this year!

-Cameron K. Dewar, Headmaster

the tradition of service to the School established by his father and 1,1ncle, Dr. Hinman has been a staunch advocate of the School and its policies. Dr. Hinman's father, John Hinman, was one of the founders of Cardigan, and his uncle, Harold "Hap" Hinman, was instrumental in guiding the School through its early years .

Hinman Hall, one of the School's main dormitories, was constructed to honor the many contributions of the Hinman family.

Dr. Hinman graduated from Dartmouth College in 1937 and continued his education at Harvard Medical School, completing his course of study in 1941. His internship and residency at Boston City Hospital was interrupted by World War II. Dr. Hinman served in the Medical Corps and was attached to the Army Air Corps. He left the service in 1945 having attained the rank of Captain while serving as a flight surgeon. · Upon returning to Boston , Dr. Hinman completed his internship and residency programs at the Boston Lying-in Hospital and the Free Hospital for Women, specializing in general surgery and Obstetrics and Gynecology. He established his practice in Boston in 1949 and was affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital and its predecessors until his retirement in 1987.

Dr. Hinman currently resides in Exeter, New Hampshire with his wife Eileen. He states that the chief pleasure of retirement is entertaining his sons, their wives, and his many grandchildren. Despite his many accomplishments in the medical field, Dr. Hinman is proudest of his long affiliation with Cardigan Mountain School. He accurately explains why the School has been so successful: "Cardigan has closely adhered to the original

concept of the School as envisioned by the founders . While some schools have become more permissive and lenient during the past few decades , Cardigan has maintained its standards and continues to hold students to a code of conduct which instills proper values ."

The Cardigan community extends its thanks to Dr. Hinman for his longstanding commitment to the School.

Mr. Matthew Bronfman Mr. Bronfman graduated from Cardigan in 1974. In addition to numerous other interests, he became Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Sterling Cellular in June of 1991. Sterling, a cellular telephone company based in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the top 25 cellular companies in America and one of the fastest growing. During his brief two year tenure with the firm , the number of customers subscribing to the firm's service is up one hundredfold , and the number of employees has more than quintupled. Matthew is also the Managing General Partner of Bronfman Associates and of BelvBdere Associates, both family-held investment partnerships. These partnerships control five operating companies and nine real estate projects. Mr. Bronfman makes his home in the New York City area and commutes to Atlanta.

A Ca(digan Trustee since 1987, Mr. Bronfman is currently Executive Vice President of the Board and Chairman of the Trustee Committee for Institutional Advancement. His other civic activities include serving as Chairman of the Board of the TeaJ11work Foundation in New York and as a Board Member of the 92nd Street. YMCA in New York City. In addition, Matthew is the Chairman .of Bronfman Center, affiliated with the

YMCA, and a Board Member of the Jewish Museum in New York. A further philanthropic interest includes serving as Board Member and Chairman of the Finance Committee of the Saidye and Samuel Bronfman Family Foundation.

After graduating from Cardigan, he attended Taft School (class of 1977), Williams College (class of 1981 ), and Harvard Business School (class of 1985). He and his wife Fiona have three children.

Cardigan extends its gratitude to Mr. Bronfman for his tireless efforts on behalf of Cardigan Mountain School and looks forward to many more years of his leadership on the Board of Trustees .

-Jamie Funnell MOREBOARDNEWS,P.8

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FACULTY FEATURE: Mr. J. Dudley Clark "Gentlemen! This is neither the time, nor the place .... " "GENTLEMEN!" Thewordpierces the air like a lightening bolt, and every student within earshot respectfully stops to see what misdemeanor may have invoked Mr. Clark's displeasure.

It was during a stint as a summer school teacher in 1980 that Mr. Dudley Clark realized that the philosophy and atmosphere of Cardigan was very comfortable for him, so when a full-time teaching position became available in 1981, it did not take him long to decide to come aboard. It was a fortunate occasion for Cardigan, and it has been working well ever since.

After graduating from Trinity College in Connecticut, Mr. Clark began his teaching career with a year at the American School in Lugano, Switzerland in 1963. From there he went to the Garland School in New Jersey and then to the Fay School in Southboro, Massachusetts, while simultaneously working on a Masters Degree as a part-time student at Northeastern University in Boston. Following his four years at Fay, he went to the King

School in Connecticut where he headed the middle school for eight years. After too many years of spending more time with the telephone than with students, he headed back into full-time teaching at the Rippawan Cisqua Schoolin Bedford, New York. Three years later he made the move to Cardigan.

Through the years there has been a common thread, a trademark, that has run through the atmosphere of Mr. Clark's dormitory, classroom, and athletic teams.

A relaxed, almost casual atmosphere pervades each of these settings, allowing a student to concentrate on his own interests and strengths and to develop and progress athis own speed and according to his ability. In each situation, however, there is a clearly defined line that Thou Shalt Not Cross. Mr. Clark has great patience for almost everything except rudeness and doing less than one's best, whatever it may be.

In the domain of Clark Morgan III there is a great deal of warmth and support. Mr. Clark's computer, telephone,

and refrigerator are always available, along with a sympathetic ear and a helping hand.

Clark Morgan III is home to him, and he tries to make it the same for all who reside there.

Coaching is an aspect of his job that Mr. Clark has always enjoyed, and, although he enjoys all sports, hockey, lacrosse, and soccer have occupied most of his coaching time. Winning is not most important to him as a coach-sometimes to the dismay of his players-but sportsmanship, an appreciation of the game, and developing basic skills and attitudes are very important to him. He also makes it a point to see that every member of the team gets to play as much as possible, which sometimes produces some lopsided losses.

When there is a shortage of officials, or when one fails to show, it is not at all uncommon for Mr. Clark to relinquish the management of the team during a game while he officiates. It is this versatility that has made Mr. Clark such a valuable asset to Cardigan over the years.

If you are getting the picture that this

Midyear 1993 is an unusual human being, you are correct, and it shouldn't then surprise you that this special man takes students to visit elderly people in the local nursing home as a Thursday afternoon club.

But I have only touched upon how he does the basic parts of his job. Perhaps his greatest contributions are the countless "small" things he does for everyone in this community. Dudley is the first to volunteer to cover classes for a teacher who has to be away, to officiate a game when an official is needed, or to drive a bus for another team or an unexpected trip. He spends part of every lunch time delivering students' mail to their tables, and he drives the zamboni between periods of hockey games and at night after the last practice. He orders, picks up, and sells donuts at the Thursday morning break as a fund-raiser, and once, years ago , he stepped into the dish room after a meal to improve the efficiency and reduce the kitchen chaos; he's been doing this ever since. If you are a faculty member, it is not uncommon to wake up on Sunday and find the Sunday paper on your doorstep, knowing that Dudley has been up and about, generously distributing this means of contact with the outside world .

In the fast-moving, ever-changing pace of a boarding school , it is inevitable that gaps and glitches will occur, and, like the proverbial Peter at the dike, Mr. Clark is there to .plug the leak, fill the gap, or smooth the glitch. Some days he seems to have ten fingers on each hand.

So what does he do to relax? For many years , Mr. Clark has been a competitive and avid tennis player, although it is mostly doubles for him now. He still enjoys Skiing, if .somewhat more cautiously these days, and there is his retreat in Quechee, Vermont, where he can escape to peace and quiet for an occasional evening or weekend .

The frequ ent invitations he receives to graduations and weddings of former students give some evidence of the impact he has had upon his students over the years . Everyone at Cardigan, students and faculty, past and present, owes Mr. Clark a debt of gratitude for what he does to make us what we are.

-Joe Collins

Art, from p. 1 Seniors may elect this single-trimester route as well, or they may decide to take art for a full year, earning a high school credit. Students who are especially eager and who have the additional time often head to the art room to put in extra work on their current projects.

No matter what the grade level or course length, Susan's art curriculum is founded upon the same important basic concepts: line, color, shape, and threedimensional work, but the type and complexity of projects and the materials used will vary a great deal. Students may find themselves working with pen and ink, graphite, charcoal, clay, water color, or other materials for a project that takes three to five class periods and makes use of those basic concepts. Each project marks a step in a progressive series; the students may, for example, progress from a relatively simple project that focuses on shallow and deep space to projects in which more coloris gradually added or to a piece with more textural quality .

Ribbon Drawings, "Slontiputs," Scewered Names, Illuminated Letters, and Features of the Face are just a few of the projects that have been tackled thus far, some of them emphasizing the creation of space and shape through the use of line direction or the creation of depth through the use of shading and line movement, others focusing on deep and shallow space on a picture plane. Projects using the techniques of pointillism, copper embossing, contour drawing, and collage have also been seen in the halls of Stoddard. Other art room products have been spotted in the form of posters for such campus events as Monte Cardigan Night, or in the form of

Mardi Gras masks for the Parents' Auction.

How does Susan go about tapping the students' creativity? For each project, she begins by giving the students the necessary information, following which she demonstrates the technique. The students then try their hand at the technique by applying this new knowledge and attempting to create something, while Susan observes and offers suggestions or alternatives if necessary. A sense of closure is brought to each project when the work is displayed in the private art room setting, and each piece is critiqued in a positive manner. "The focus is on the positive," Susan says , "so that we end on a successful note." She also feels fortunate that the work can then be exhibited in the formal gallery setting of Stoddard.

Ideally, Susan would like to have all interested art students in her classroom all year long. She finds that squeezing the many projects she has envisioned into one trimester is virtually impossible, but most observers are awestruck by the array of projects that have emerged from the art room in Brewster Hall, the site of a great deal of creativity.

Susan wishes most of all that what the students take away from this art program is the ability to be good observers and the understanding that there are often different ways of perceiving something.

One's perception often depends on one's learning style, but differing learning styles do not interfere with a project's success; in fact, these varied perceptions enable each project to be tackled in a fresh, unique manner by each art student.

-StephanieMcCusker,Editor

Senior Wins Boys' Club Award At a special December holiday luncheon, Joseph Rivera '93 was honored by The Boys' Club of New York as one of this year's recipients of the Donald K. Walker award. Each year two BCNY members are selected for this honor from over 200 Education Program participants. The award is a tribute to students who have "served their academic communities in all areas of school life, while maintaining their membership and service to The Boys' Club of New York," explains Brad Zervas, Education Director ofBCNY and father of Pablo Zervas '95.

Guest-speaking at theBCNY luncheon was Dr. SamuelD. Proctor, Professor Emeritus at Rutgers University. Dr. Proctor was active in the Civil Rights Movement and a close associate of Martin Luther King. He is a noted author and Baptist minister with over 138 honorary doctoral degrees.

NeilBrier, Cardigan faculty member, also attended the luncheon, pleasantly surprising Joey Rivera and the other Cardigan students who are involved in BCNY. The Cardigan family extends warm congratulations to Joey. As Brad Zervas says, "Joey Rivera is a shining example of what can happen when a young boy , who might otherwise be denied a quality education, is given the chance to rea_ch beyond the limitations that are regularly placed upon his community ."

Mr. Brad Zervas congratulates Joseph Rivera '93 -SGM

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Midyear 1993

Hands-on Science Demonstrated at Exhibition: Creativity and Ingenuity Viewed by Many Parents

Mr. William Hart is pictured here accepting a CMS chair in appreciation f or his fifteen years of dedicated service to his students and the School.

Assessment, from p. 1 l) What curriculum area(s) or aspect(s) of teaching do you consider a strength?

2) In what area(s) are you desiring to grow?

3) How might you proceed with this growth?

4) What are the three most important things you would like students to take with them from your classroom?

5) Have you involved yourselfin professional work beyond the classroom?

6) What professional goals have you set for yourself?

The next step in the self-assessment process would move the teachers one step beyond the simple reflection on performance to a more active and shared experience. For this objective, each teacher is asked to plan and conduct a professional self-assessment program. Some possible options were the following: l) Audio tape recording of a classroom situation to be reviewed by self and/or a colleague.

2) Video tape recording of a classroom situation to be reviewed by self and/or a colleague.

3) A classroom visit by a colleague with followup discussion. ' · 4) Systematic use of student feedback through questionnaires or interviews.

5) A daily self-ass~ssmentjournal to be kept for a period of two to four weeks.

6) Other.

Following the plan and its execution, teachers are asked to record what insights were gained from the experience and state what steps would be next taken to continue to grow.

The third major part of the assessment process is a more formal one and would be conducted by a Department Head and/or the Director of Studies.

Again, in keeping with the basic philosophy for assessment, it was decided that the formal assessment should be an outgrowth of the personal self-assessment. As such, it is designed to emphasize the positive and to promote and encourage professional development. The formal document simply states 1. Strengths observed, 2. Suggestions for improvement, and 3.

How·one might proceed with this growth.

This formal assessment would take place approximately every three to four years for each teacher. Teachers may request a formal assessment at any time.

In sum, from the teachers' perspectives, the most meaningful assessment will provide the kind of feedback that will encourage growth, will come from a credible source, will describe specific aspects of their teaching along with ideas and suggestions for improvement that make sense in terms of their contexts, will arrive with sufficient regularity to allow them to track their own improvement, and will be as often informal as formal.

An evaluation system such as this, which promotes improvement and reinforcement for teachers, will reap many benefits for the School and for those served by the School, and it will more than justify the efforts that are being focused on the process.

-Robert Small

Director ofStudies

Three years ago, when she took over the Science Department at Cardigan Mountain School, Jean Ris had some ideas she wanted to implement from the start.

She wanted to take steps to see that the entire curriculum evolved into much more of a hands-on experience for the students.

To that end, classes have tried to become more lab oriented and the department makes full use of our rural lakefront location to examine nature outdoors. But what could be designed to keep students motivated and enthusiastic during the traditionally indoor months of winter? Mrs. Ris and her colleagues worked hard that first year putting together the annual Science Fair Exhibition.

The CMS Science Exhibition is similar to other science fairs, but with one major difference. Nobody's project is judged to establish winners, and the emphasis is on creativity rather than polish and perfection. In many cases, students will design a project, and, in the process of completing it, go off on a tangent and discover something far more interesting than that which they were originally pursuing. The Science Exhibition provides an opportunity for Biology students to dabble in chemistry and IPS (Introductory Physical Science) students to try their hands at dissection.

Students generate a wide assortment of projects, working on them in and out of class chiefly during the month of January .

Projects are displayed and explained during Parents' Weekend to an enthusiastic audience who browse from room to room in the school's main academic building looking for their son's creation. Projects range from high tech to highly resourceful. Students have demonstrated principles of superconductivity, holography, and fiber optic transmission with state of the art materials. Just as impressive, though, are rocket boats built from empty soda bottles and water wheels constructed out of

popsicle sticks! Creativity and ingenuity are the keys to th~ success of the projects.

The chaos that results from 170 boys searching for batteries and light bulbs during the frantic final weeks of the projects ultimately leads to questions from the faculty as to whether the Science Exhibitionis worth the inconvenience. Later, as the boys proudly display their creations, the answer comes back as an emphatic yes .

--Jamie Funnell

Science students explain their projects to interested parents during the Science Exhibition. .

· Winter Activities Update It has 6een a 6usy w~nterrecreationally as well as academically and athletically.

Class activities as well as many off-campus outings have provided the students with many an opportunity to diverge from their regular routines.

Class fundraisers have been frequent and fun this winter. On January 16, the ninth grade resurrected the Monte Cardigan. At this event, students purchased "CMS money" and entered games of chance. At the end of the evening, students were able to use their winnings to bid on over thirty items ranging from pizzas and movies to breakfast-in-bed. The event was a successful fundraiser for the class.

On other Saturday nights, classes have been taking turns selling pizza. The sales have raised money for class treasuries, while insuring that those students craving pizza are all able to go to sleep on full stomachs! Each class is also sponsoring a

theme dress day to raise money for specific charities such as David's House (see article below).

In addition to the regular winter activity opportunities of skating, skiing, snowboarding, playing basketball, or weightlifting, each weekend, students participated in some special recreational activities on and off campus. In late J anuary, for example, thirty-six students headed to the Boston Garden to see the Boston Blazers play professional indoor lacrosse.

Other events have included trips to the Funspot Amusement Center, trips to see plays sponsored by the multicultural office at Proctor Academy and the White River Theater Company, an eighth and ninth grade dance, a coed skating party for grades six and seven, and representation at a "Students of Color" conference at St. Sebastian's in Boston.

--Neil Brier

David'sHouseRecipientofSeniorGift Back in November, Cardigan's senior class sponsored a School Pride Day to raise money for David's House in Hanover, NH. Instead of the traditional coat and tie worn on Wednesdays, students had the opportunity to pay one dollar and wear whatever they wished, provided that the School's colors (green and white) were incorporated into their attire. Ninety-five percent of the students participated, as well as many of the faculty.

Later in the month, Tony Hutchins, Senior Class Secretary, presented a check for $184 to Ruthie Bedor of David's House.

Ruthie, who gave Tony a touroftheHouse, explained that it provides lodging for families who have children at Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital for prolonged stays.

--Dave McCusker

Tony Hutchins presenting Ms. Bedor with the donation to David's House.

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MARTIN LUTHER KINGDAY

CELEBRATED On January 18th and 19th, Cardigan took time to honor the · memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The celebration began in the Chapel Sunday evening when Reverend Mahoney included Bill Cosby's film on prejudice in the evening service.

Following dinner, Professor William Cook of Dartmouth College captivated the school with a lecture on Dr. King and morality . The lecture was followed by a well-attended question and answer session.

On Monday, the school watched a movie which chronicled the Civil Rights movement through Dr. King's speeches: Many students commented on how the movie and Professor Cook's talk complemented each other. Later in the morning, the school attended a presentation by Massachusetts musician Jeffrey Steele that offered a variety. of ethnic and cultural pieces designed to celebrate our differences and to help us all better appreciate our own roots . As a finishing touch to this memorable day , Ellen Rocke of the Kitchen Staff prepared a beautiful centerpiece (which was displayed at lunch) honoring Dr. King's memory .

In this year's celebration of Dr. King, each major event was introduced by a Cardigan student. Many thanks go to Jason Calder '94, Elliot Rooks '93, and Pablo Zervas '95 for their well-prepared introductions, and to teachers Kris Burnett and Susan Rives for their help in arranging for Mr. Steele's presentation.

--Neil Brier

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Midyear 1993

PARENTS'NEWS

Mary Liz Hynes, Editor

The Cardigan Miracle Before we ever set foot on the Cardigan campus, we were aware of "the miracle."

On hearing we were considering Cardigan Mountain School for our son, Brendan, two usually sedate friends launched into animated discourses on CMS' s impact on the lives of relatives. One had two sons who had been transformed from mediocre students into inspired scholars. The other raved about Cardigan's extraordinary influence on his two nephews. Both pronounced the changes as nothing short of miracles. So before we ever came to Cardigan, we knew that at least four awkward teenage boys had been transformed into four confident young men. Here was a miracle we and, more importantly, our son had to experience.

Dudley Clark, fairly boomed, "I just found The campus itself is a heavenly loout that Brendan made the honor roll!" cale and our admission ' s interview hinted The miracle! The Cardigan miracle. of the wonders that were possible, so we It was ours! For the first time in his life, enrolled Brendan for eighth grade in the Brendan had tasted his potential, and he fall ofl 991. wanted more. Cardigan had taken yet Perhaps we expected too much too another promising boy and transformed soon. Brendan's first year was quite ordi- him into a student. nary. His grades were the usual-an A on The path to the miracle begins innoone test followed by F on the next, for a cently enough. New students quickly learn, uninspiring C for the course. To be sure, for instance, that laundry must be gathered friends and family did notice an unfailing by Wednesday morning, or they will have politeness and, we had to admit, an abil- to wear dirty clothes for the next week. If ity to set and clear the table with a profi- the lunch entree isn' t a favorite, they disciency that rivaled that of a professional cover that there are choices --grin and eat waiter's. Yet, this was not quite the it, fill up on soup and salad bar, or go miracle we had sent him to Cardigan to hungry until dinner. They begin to see that their own actions and choices, not those of achieve.

We understood that these things take others, determine their future. Cardigan time, so we kept encouraging Brendan to gives each boy the room to make mistakes do better and waited. Eighth grade passed and learn from them.

For some, like our son, it takes a while and no miracle. to realize that there is a correlation beIn September of 1992, Brendan retween handing your laundry in on time and turned to CMS for his senior year. All the handing your homework in on time. One way home on the October break, he askeeps you in clean clothes, and the other sured us that everything was going V',,'.ellkeeps your record "clean" in the teacher's a phrase we'd heard many times before. mark book.We walked into the house, and the phone Step by step, Cardigan's dedicated was ringing. The caller, his dormmaster administration, teachers, and staff provide

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the opportunities and choices that support the pilgrimage toward fulfilling one's potential.

The CMS student finds he is part of a large family which includes not only the administration, staff, teachers, and other students, but also, on occasion, parents and even grandparents. Everyone cares and is willing to help if asked.

The CMS family works together as a community. From the concerned Mr. Dewar, who knows each boy, his qualities and promise, to the member of the housekeeping staff who says "I know him -he's the boy who's always kicking a soccer ball." Each is ready and willing to give of him or herself for the benefit of every boy. The caring, giving, and teaching of this unselfish community methodically develops the intellect, maturity, and talents of its younger members .

As the parents of a senior, we have witnessed the positive recognition the name Cardigan Mountain School brings

at prep schools. If a student has prospered at CMS, he will certainly be considered by these schools. The doors open, and once again Cardigan facilitates a choice.

However, to make this choice, the student must leave the Cardigan community that cherishes each member as a unique and promising individual.

Graduation will bring bittersweet emotions and heartfelt gratitude, as we watch our son and his classmates receive the rewards of their efforts-efforts strengthened and amplified by the concern and devotion of all that is Cardigan.

Yet, they must take their leave of the community that has given them the tools of self-confidence, self-discipline, and self-motivation; tools that have allowed them to witness the dawn of their future promise. Wiser, stronger, and more capable, they will leave Canaan, and as every daybreak is a miracle, they are the Cardigan Miracle of 1993.

-Mary Liz Hynes

WINTER PARENTS' WEEKEND.: COLDHANDSANDWARMHEARTS

The 1993 Parents' Auction Committee chaired Siri Pelligrino.

AUCTION BARGAINS: Both the Bidders and the School Come Out Winners Going .. .going ... gone ... ! Sold to bidder number.... The ·1993 Parents' Auction, chaired by Siri Pellegrino, proved once again to be a tremendous success.

Bourbon Street was the setting, and Mardi Gras provided the festive atmosphere necessary to make the evening a special event.

Although the bidding was less aggressive than last year, the results were equally as impressive, realizing a $30,500final tally for Cardigan's Annual Fund and an additional $2,500 for a Cardigan scholarship.

Kenerson Social Center hosted the Silent Auction, offering eager bidders cozy refuge from New England's icy breath. While Stoddard's Humann Theater--decked in traditional Mardi Gras splendor, thanks to our New Orleans connection Louis and Carla Fishman--created just the right backdrop for the auction's live segment.

This year's Parents' Mardi Gras Aue-

tion also saw enthusiastic participation by the Cardigan students. A number from our community entered a mask contest, in which prizes were awarded in four categories: funniest, scariest, most original, and theme. Prizes went to Brendan Frazier, Yarrow Thome, Jose Gonzalez, and Hedda Burnett respectively. The Boys' Raffle provided great fun for all who participated . as well as those observing. And finally, performing a collection of tunes from everyone's favorite television shows, the Cardigan Aires led the audience on a humorous, a cappella, four-part harmony excursion down memory lane. Singing themes from Mr. Ed. Gilligan's Island.

Star Trek, and others, this fine group of performers was among the highlights of the evening. BRAVO!!

A hearty thank you and a round of applause to all the members of the 1993 Parents' Auction and Boys' Auction Committees, whose energy and dedication was reflected in every facet of the Mardi Gras Auction. TAKE A BOW!!

--Sean Gillery

Two hundred and fifteen parents and relatives descended upon Cardigan on February 5th, 6th, and 7th to visit sons and brothers, attend conferences and parent meetings, watch ski races and hockey games, and participate in the Parents' Association sponsored annual Auction.

Friday night, about 75 parents braved a winter storm to travel to the Shaker Inn in Enfield for a Parents' Social, sponsored by the Parents' Council. The weekend was a cold one, but the warm enthusiasm of parents for Cardigan was contagious.

The Parents' Council, which met on Friday, has established an extended network of parent volunteers to assist Parent Grade Representatives serving on the Council. These volunteers will be contacting other parents in their particular grades for purposes of friendraising as

well as fundraising . During the Parent Grade meetings on Saturday morning, many ideas were discussed for enhancing parent activities for the School. The Auction Chair, Siri Pellegrino, also reported on the final preparations for the Parents' Mardi Gras Auction to be held the next evening.

The banquet for parents, students, and faculty preceding the Parents' Auction on Saturday evening was particularly fine, and we want to thank Larry Conlon and all of his crew for a wonderful dinner and for the spectacular Mardi Gras mask ice sculptures decorating the buffet service table.

All in all, the weekend was a success from start to finish, and many of us can look forward to next year's winter weekend.

-F.D.

THANKS TO THE AUCTION COMMITTEE!!

1993PARENTS'SAUCTION COMMITTEE SiriPellegrino-Auction Chair Cathy D'Entremont- Donations/Inventory, Co-Chair Barbara Frazier- Donations/Inventory, Co-Chair & Cashier Pat Dodge-Donations/Inventory &Boys' Raffle Mary Liz Hynes- Publicity, Chair & Copy Writer Marilyn and Karl Feitelberg-Raffle, Co-Chairs Thomas Roulston-Silent Auction, Chair Susan Whittemore-Decorations Patti Emerson- Decorations & Boys' Auction Susan Emery-Book.keeper & Cashier Kendrick Capon- Bookkeeper & Cashier JoeFrazier-Bookkeeper,Cashier,&Set-up Louis and Carla Fishman- Theme Consultants 1993 Boys' Auction Committee which was Co-Chaired by Brendan Feitelberg,Josh Pellegrino, and Brendan Hynes who were helped by the strong support of many other students.

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SPORTS REPORT

Midyear 1993

Dan Murphy, Editor

Winter Sports Update: Cougar Cats thriveincoldNEbystayingaggressivelyactive...

As Febru~ry Parents' Weekend approached, Cardigan's winter athletic schedule was in full swing, and Athletic Director Jim Marrion was extremely pleased with the early season efforts of all the boys. Once again, his one major concern was a little more consistent snow cover for our ski groups, and it was hoped that Mother Nature would be helping the teams out on a more regular basis during the month of February ...

VARSITY HOCKEY The Cardigan Varsity Hockey Team is continuing to build on the strong foundation of hard skating and teamwork, and they have struggled to a 5-3 record in the first half of the season. They are a highspirited, hard-working, and steadily improving group of players.

The team is led by senior Captain Tony Hutchins, and Assistant Captains John Cesere '93 and Colin Robinson '93 .

The first line is anchored by seniors Hutchins and Cesere along with newcomer Todd Bailey '94. The second line features two '94's, Ted Mc Naught and Trevor Meyer, and senior Cam Matheson.

Rounding out the group up front is the third line of John Whittemore '93, Stewart Steffey and Mike Cavanaugh (both '94).

The defense is led by Ari V aisanen and Chris Quint. Joining them on the blue line are Brad Bevis, Erik True, and utility man Griff Mayer.

Colin Robinson and Brendan Hynes are providing solid netminding for the team this season.

At this writing, the team is on a three game winning streak, and the players and coaches are looking forward to hosting the Finnish team in late February.

[Ed. Note: See Finnish Article on p. 12.]

JV HOCKEY · Coaches Fenton and Funnell feel that this hockey team is their strongest J.V. Team in three years . The team is off to a slow start in terms of wins and losses, but they are playing an upgraded schedule featuring very competitive teams. The team is led by Co-Captains Jas<_m Dewar '93 and Curtis Singmaster '94. The team is showing daily improvement, and the coaches look forward to some W's during the second half of the schedule.

RESERVE HOCKEY The Reserve Hockey group is developing the Cardigan Varsity players of the future and allowing the less experienced boys to taste their first moments of potential glory on the ice. Coaches Andy Noel and Dudley Clark are very pleased with the progress so far, and they anticipate continued growth as the season moves along.

VARSITY WRESTLING The Varsity Wrestling Team is a smaller squad this year, but what they lack in numbers, they have made up for with solid teamwork on the mat. Coaches Bill Barron and Dan Murphy are very impressed with the determination and spirit shown by these boys in early season action.

The team is anchored by senior TriCaptains Bryan Cockrell (9-6), Mike Kramer (11-4) and Barry Milliken (12-2).

Evan deBourguignon has returned to the mat after a year away, and he is currently sporting a 10-4 record. Newcomers P. J. Chesson (6-1) and Paul Santamaria ( 15-3) are making major contributions to the team in their first year of Varsity competition. Ravi Murugesan (3rd year) and first year wrestlers Jesse Green, Karl Laraque, and Miguel Miro-Quesada round out this hard-working group of boys.

The 11th Annual Cardigan Mountain Wrestling Tournament was held on January 23 (see separate article), and with three champions, the team finished in 6th place, ahead of traditional rivals Roxbury-Latin, Fessenden, and Eaglebrook.

The boys are looking forward to seeing those three teams again at the Jr. Prep School New England Tournament at the Fessenden School on February 27.

VARSITY BASKETBALL The Varsity Basketball team got off to a fantastic start prior to Christmas break by winning the First Annual Cardigan Tip-Off Tournament. The team has struggled slightly since then, and, at this writing has a 7-2 season record.

Seniors Lee Jenkins, Jose Hernandez, and Mason Roulston have played very well in the early season games.

Coaches Nick Lynch and Eddie Ramos look for continued improvement from this squad as they move into their tough February schedule.

J. V. BASKETBALL At mid-season the J. V. Basketball Team is off to a fine start with a 3-2 record and an aggressive defense Jed by seniors Steve Hur and Matt Kraus. High scorers include Justin Eddy '93, Hur, and Zack Shotland '93. The team has defeated rival Eaglebrook and perennial powerhouse Hartford, both games on the road.

Coaches Tom Wilkes and Bill Adams look forward to a strong finish by the talented young group.

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Wrestling Tournament Draws Record Twenty-nine Teams For the 280 participants from eight states, the 11th Annual Cardigan Mountain Wrestling Tournament was an international experience for all, given the participation by wrestlers from the Selwyn House School in Montreal. This year's tournament was the most competitive ever, with a number of schools having at least one champion. Four-time team champion Rogers Park (Danbury, CT) returned to the forefront after finishing second in 1992.

They were followed by wrestling clubs from Coventry (RI), Milford (CT), and Salem (NH). Marsh wood from Maine was fifth, with host Cardigan Mountain in sixth, finishing as top private school in the tourney.

First-year grappler P.J. Chesson '94 showed at 98 pounds that he could find immediate success after his switch from hockey. Joining P.J. as champions were Captains Barry Milliken '93 at 150 and Bryan Cockrell '93 at 178. Cardigan had another two finalists in four-year wrestler Mike Kramer '93 ( 108) and Evan deBourguignon '93 (120), both of whom were decisioned by strong opponents.

Another new wrestler, Paul Santamaria '94, wrestled to a strong third place showing at 114 po,unds. Alumnus Rich Brickell '77 and his father, sponsors of the tournament through the Rodd D. Brickell Foundation, were present to hand each participanthis award. As in the past years, Olympic champion Bobby Weaver was at the tournament throughout the day giving special clinios to all who asked.

Tournament birector William X. Barron thanks all who volunteered their day-long efforts, including faculty members NeilBrier (irreplaceable as announcer), Ruth •Greenwood and her husband Pat, Rob Crawford (concessions), Au·die Armstrong (wall charts), and Dan Murphy (coach as well as mat area supervisor).

-William X. Barron

Cardigan Sports Shorts

by Scoops Lovejoy

Israel Stellar Skater Harvard hockey fans are once again being treated to the stellar play of a former Cardigan Cougar skater. Aaron Israel '88 (Carlisle, MA), a freshman goaltender for the nationally ranked Crimson, is off to a torrid start. In his collegiate debut, Aaron stopped 30 Brown scoring bids to lead Harvard to a 3-2 victory and earned himself the ECAC Rookie of the Week honors. Aaron graduated from Hotchkiss in 1992.

Pena All-Conference Player, League's Best Back Yet another Aaron has been distinguishing himself this year. Aaron Pena '91 (Brooklyn, NY), led the Pomfret School football team to a 6 and 1 season and the Southeastern New England Conference title. A tailback, Aaron carried the ball 125 times for 767 yards, six touchdowns, and four conversions. He was Pomfret's leading scorer and was recognized by the Conference coaches as the league's Best Back and a First Team All-Conference player.

FITNESS DAY SPURS SPIRITED ALL-SCHOOL COMPETITION The Second Annual CMS Fitness Day involved the entire student body in spirited efforts to achieve personal bests in events ranging from pull-ups and pushups to the 100-yard das_h. Based on the President's Physical Fitness Program, the day had students go through ten stations, thereby testing strength, speed, and stamina. The top ten all-around performers for the day, as determined by their finishes in the individual events were:

1) Tony Hutchins '93 2) Jason Dewar '93

3) Brad Bevis '94 4) Jose Hernandez '93 5) Paul DiMartino '93 6) Alex Offutt '93 7) Colin Robinson '93 8) Mason Roulston '93 9) Mike Cavanaugh '94 10) Peter Tori ta '93

Ray Distinguishes Himself in Both Football and Lax Gene Ray '84 (New York, NY), has completed his marvelous football career

at Union College. In 1990, Gene caught 15 passes (the record forreceptions in an ECAC championship game) for 227 yards to help Union win the ECAC North title. This season Gene again placed his name in the Union record book by finishing the year with 17 59 total career reception yards. Gene is also a fouryear letter winner for the Dutchmen in lacrosse.

Female Athletes at CMS Who says female athletes don't exist on the Cardigan campus? Cari Lovejoy, wife of Director of Admissions Carl Lovejoy, will be coaching Women's Lacrosse at Dartmouth College this spring. Many Cardigan grads will remember cheering O!l Mrs. Lovejoy's talented teams at St. Paul's and Tabor.

Markert on All-League Team Top all-around performers for the sixth grade were Rodrigo Braun, Brennan Johnson, and Luke Shipman, while Karl Laraque was the top 7th grade athlete. -BXB

Philip Markert '90 (London, England), was named to the 1992 All-League Team by the coaches in the Independent School League for his outstanding play on this year's St. Mark's football squad.

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TwoTmsteesReceivePrestigiousAwarrls Cardigan extends its congratulations to two members of its Board who received Dartmouth Alumni Awards this past fall. Note: Dartmouth Alumni Awardsarepresentedprimarilyforlong-standing service to Dartmouth; other/actors, such ascareerachievementandcommunityservice alsoplayanimportantroleintennsofqualification.

David H. Bradley (Dartmouth class of '58), one of the prestigious recipients, received his Dartmouth Alumni Award for his wonderful balance of family, college, and community . In the speech given on his behalf, the following achievements were highlighted: his 27-year career with the Hanover law firm of Stebbins, Bradley, Wood, and Harvey; his leadership in heart and cancer drives; his being chairman of various school boards and trustee at Cardigan Mountain School, the Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, and the Norris Cotton Cancer Center; and his

Winter Sports, from p. 7 VARSITY ALPINE Led by Yarrow Thorne, Derek Wijsenbeek, Andrew Dorsett, Justin Lillie, and Robert Ruettinger, the Cougars have enjoyed their busiest season in recent memory . Twenty-five different races around NH saw some Cardigan competitors. · Season highlights included a victory over Proctor Academy a·nd Newfound Regional High School during Parents' Weekend. The team was selected as host to this winter's Lakes Region JV Championship Tournament.

The overall growth of the ski program is truly impressive. The USSA component now includes ten competitors, and the entire Alpine Program has grown to include nineteen competitors.

CROSS-COU~TRY SKIING Little or no snow in the early season has hampered the efforts by the team to perfect their on-snow training techniques, but their dry-land training style has improved immensely as a direct result. The team is a small but dedicated group. Coaches Keblish and Theobald enjoy working with this group and look forward to continued improvement as the season progresses.

SNOWBOARDING The Snowboarding group has raced against some older and flashier teams in the early season. Nonetheless, the team has had some very respectable times and Coach Squier is very pleased with the enthusiasm and ambition of his young group of snowboarders. This is an up and coming sport!!!

RECREATIONAL SKIING The Recreational Ski Program is in full swing, and the boys are enjoying many days of skiing at Ragged Mountain. Ragged has been making snow, and the base has been solid during the last two months. Our two bus drivers, Mr. Wim Hart and Mr. Larry Conlon, deserve a pat on the back for their daily runs over to Ragged. Mr. Macdonald, Mr. Richmond, and Mr. Crawford are also there to help the boys develop thier skiing abilities. A fine time is being had by students and faculty at Ragged!!!

-Dan Murphy

(Editor's Update: All the outdoor teams went on to a great season with snowfall in February and March exceeding any in recent memory.)

Picture at right is Evan deBourguignon '93 on his way to victo,y at the annual CMS Wrestling Tournament.

service in both the House of Representatives and the State Senate. Bradley's commitment to Dartmouth has included his service as a head class agent; his membership offund campaign, reunion giving, and search committees; his presidency of the Association of Alumni of Dartmouth; his service on the Native American Visiting Committee; and his presidency of the Dartmouth Club of the Upper Valley.

The speech given on behalf of J. Michael McGean (Dartmouth class of '49) touted the fact that McGean is a "world champion skater, a world champion administrator, a world champion innovator, and a world-class human being." McGean has giveri 39 years of service to the college, his roles having included secretary of the College, secretary of the Alumni Council, and founder and director of Alumni College. He is now directing the Alumni in the Schools program, which encourages alumni to assist teachers and young students. The speaker boasted of McGean's other "careers": his US and world championship skating; his being chairman of United Way and trustee at both Cardigan and the Evergreen Foundation; and his botanical gardening.

Again, congratulations to both of these Cardigan Trustees!

Cardigan Family Gives 100%Making Holidays Specia/,forNeedyFami/ies

Midyear 1993

Knowledge Master Team Fares Well In National Tournament

Just before Thanksgiving a list of needs and wishes for five families appeared on the walls in Hopkins. Many of our students found it hard to believe that a young child needed (not simply wanted) a snowsuit and boots, among other things.

The seniors had to raise a large sum of money to grant the needs and wishes of those family members who had been assigned to them. It seemed like a long road ...until "Candy Cane Lane" appeared on the bulletin board in the typing room, each stripe representing a five dollar donation. All of a sudden, the goal seemed to be attainable, and the large doggie which Debbie wished for would be bought if there was enough money above and beyond the goal!

One hundred percent of the ninth grade donated money toward the goal, and it seemed like no time at all before the sixth, seventh, and eighth graders followed suit! Every member of the student body donated funds for the needy families . The holiday would be special for these families this year-one which we hope they will never forget.

It was with love and out of caring for ourunknown friends that the students and faculty of the Cardigan family presented these families with all of their needs and wishes . And yes, Debbie, we hope you liked the big, fluffy dog!

-Ruth I. Greenwood

This past December two Cardigan academic teams, . one representing the middle school level (sections 8-1 and 8-2) and one representing the junior high level (section 9-1), participated in the Fall National Academic Knowledge Master Tournament, sponsored by Academic Hallmarks in Durango, Colorado. This computer-based contest involved over 50,000 students, representing all 50 states and many foreign countries.

In this tournament there are 200 questions dealing with the following topics: grammar, poetry, civics, history, politics, music, philosophy, law, spelling, ecology, biology, math , sports,.and trivia. Stud~nts have only one minute to make a correct response. Score is based on the number right, plus the amount of time (in seconds) it took to respond.

The contest is similar in many ways to the popular television game show, Jeopardy, and this year's teams faced some very tough questions. All these students have a wealth of knowledge, and as they combined this information, the room hummed with activity for four very tense hours .

After the contest was completed, Mrs .

Small called the results in to the headquarters, and then everyone anxiously awaited the results.

The Cardigan team of20 eighth graders, coached.by Mrs. Small, scored 1,337 points out of a possible 2,000. They placed 4th in the state, and, out of 1,343 schools participating nationally, they placed 610th.

Ninth Grade Students Stage Mock Presidential The 14 ninth grade students, coached Debate; Leads to Lively Dialogue Over Choices

by Mr. Small, scored 1,590 out of a possible 2,000. They came in first in New Cardigan students showed how politi- respectively. As the Clinton team would Hampshire and 75th out of 429 schools in cally aware they could be this last election later discover, the Bush supporters at their age b'racket nationwide. season by st!1ging their own Presidential Cardigan were a more intransigent bunch.

Congratulations to the students who debate and election. Throughout the early than they had imagined, devoted in the participated in this event and who wiII part of the first term, when Mr. Ris and his face of reasoned opposition and loyal to have a chance to do so again in April!

-ThurzaSmall ninth grade World History class weren't the end.

Sunday night came, and ·the stage studying the Assyrian empire or ancient leaving the Perot team unscathed, allowEgypt, they were spending much of their was set with three conference tables and ing them to safely fire their own broadtime pouring over masses of newspaper and podiums, each decked with banners desides in either direction . The debate ended magazine articles, reviewing campaign claring the allegiance of each team. To with powerful closing statements from policy information, and viewing hours of the left was the valiant Clinton team of each team, outlining each of the candidate's televised media in order to prepare for a Matt Dodge , Steven Hur, Billy strengths and reiterating specific points in debate presented before the school on the Lockwood, Mike McAteer, and Joey their platform.

Rivera; to the right was the Bush team of night of Sunday, November first.

In the school election which followed, Like the rest of the country, the class True Believers-I ohn Cesere, Paul Bush won handily with 53% of the vote, had to adjust in midstream to Ross Perot's DiMartino, Tony Hutchins, Alex Offutt, and Perot, in an astounding upset, stole reentry into the campaign. Two teams repre- and Colin Robinson; and between were second place with 25 %, leaving Clinton senting the major candidates had already Perot's plucky upstarts, Cory McCarty, and his die-hards stunned at 22%. As the spent several weeks forming and polishing Phil McNeill, Antonio Toledo, and Zack school election results were announced on arguments, when it was realized that three or Turner. the day before the national election, the four of the students would have to defect After opening statements from each, Bush faithfuls allowed themselves a brief from their original groups to champion the the real forensics began with lively excelebration before the boom was lowered maverick tycoon from Texas. Fortunately, a changes across the stage. The issues that on the following day. few secret Perot supporters emerged and were raised included health care, educaRegardless of the winner, Cardigan began to study the flood of economic infor- tion, the environment, the deficit, and students participated as citizens and bemation and a myriad of graphs and flow foreign affairs. came involved in a process much larger charts streaming from the Perot for President After three periods in which each than themselves. For fourteen students in Headquarters. Not at all phased by this dis- team was allowed to challenge anothl:!r particular, the process and the choice betraction, the modified Bush and Clinton on a specific issue, a question and answer came more real than it does for many teams redoubled their efforts and fixed their period followed in which speakers were voters, and it will be, for them, a lasting gaze even more intently upon each other. As asked to respond to questions selected practical lesson in the politics of democelection day approached, a preliminary poll from the audience. The debaters had to racy. held at Cardigan showed that President Bush think on their feet, as they used the oppor--StevenA. Ris commanded the support of 46% of the school tunity to lash out again at their oppocommunity, while Clinton and Perot came nents, more often than not matching one The CARDIGAN in at a surprisingly close 29 % and 25 % of the nationally televised debates by .

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The Cardigan Chronicle is published three times yearly and sent to alumni, present and past parents, grandparents, and friends of the Schoolwhowishtoreceiveit.IFYOUCHANGE YOURADDRESS, pleasenotifytheDevelopmentOffice, Cardigan Mountain School, RR2, Box58,Canaan,NH03741 .

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CarlLovejoy,DirectorofAdmissions JamesN.Marrion,DirectoroJAthletics RobertD.Small, Director ofStudies Faith Degenhart, Director ofDevelopment David Mccusker, Dir. ofAlumniAffai rs JamieFunnell,DirectorofP/acement StephanieMcCusker, Editor Mary Amos.Layout Editor

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Alumnus and Now New Faculty Member A Welcome Resource Not long after the New Year began, alumnus "Chip" Haskell '80 arrived on campus to lend a helping hand by temporarily taking on the teaching responsibilities of a faculty member who had fallen ill. Chip was already familiar with the Cardigan routine, having taught here during Summer Session '92.

One very important additional advantage of Chip being on campus was that he was willing to make a presentation to students and faculty about a very special expedition on which he ventured last year. (You may recall the alumni spotlight on Chip in the Spring '92 issue of the Chronicle.)

Chip's father, Charles Haskell, led a group of men and women on a river expedition through South American territory chartered only once previously--by Theodore Roosevelt in 1914. The river travelled had been appropriately dubbed "The River of Doubt," and later became the Rio Roosevelt.

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ALUMNJ NEWS

DaveMcCusker,Editor

The Sixth Annual Alumni Winter Weekend: Highlight is Cardigan Alumni vs. Boston_ Bruins

The challenge had been issued by the stars of past Boston Bruins hockey team, and Cardigan Alumni responded enthusiastically. In fact, there was such an overwhelmingly favorable response by Cardigan alums to play against some of the best players to have ever donned a pairof skates, that during the game there wasn't enough room on the bench for everyone to sit.

Furthermore, during the game the public address announcer called Cardigan for an unusual penalty-too many men on the bench! Over forty-five Cardigan hockey playing alumni made the trip to Dartmouth's Thompson Arena to play in this benefit game, which raised money to support Cardigan Mountain School, as well as the Hanover and Lebanon Youth Hockey organizations.

Braving sub-arctic conditions, over 140 Cardigan alumni and their guests joined the estimated 1000 people to be part of this community event. Led by captain John "Chief' Bucyk, the Bruins fielded an impressive team, which included Hall of Farner John "Pie" McKenzie, Stanley Cup winners Don Marcotte and Garnett "Ace" Bailey (father of Cardigan student Todd Bailey '94), and the most recent addition to the team, Reggie Lemelin. While some of the Bruins had not played in many years, they still exhibited the skills that got them to the NHL. .

If Fred Cusick were in the radio booth doing play-oy-play, the action may have sounded something like this : Cardigan wins the face-off, and the

Chip Haskell '80 addressed a fascinated student body with tales from his trip down the Rio Roosevelt.

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puck goes back to Dobrowski, who is being forecheckedbylohnMcKen zie. Dobrowski passes to Jangro, who quickly feeds Mitch Handler cutting through center ice. Handler breaks in two-on-one with Mark Stewart. Handler elects to take a slaps hot,

Under the auspices of Coach Bruce Marshard, the Cardigan Alumni All-Stars get ready for action at Dartmouth 's Thompson Arena against Bruins greats.

and Lemelin makes the kick save. The puck goes into the corner, and the Bruins head up the ice. Woody Duma rt makes the outlet pass to John Bucyk, who is cruising up the left boards. Bucyk puts a great move on John Kelly and breaks in a_lone on Mark Ruelle. Bucyk feigns left and shoots for the top right hand corner, but Ruelle is too quick and picks the puck out of midair. The face-off is now in the CardiganzanewithBruceMarshardsquaring offagainst Ace Bailey. M arshard wins the face-off, back to Mike Kinnaly, who makes a perfect break-out pass to Geoff Blair, who is flying up the right side..

gan takes the lead 5-4.

While parts of this transcript have been embellished for your reading pleasure, some of it is true. Cardigan did lead at times, and Deron Quint did score two beautiful goals against Lemelin. Though the Bruins e,merged victorious, for Cardigan alumni, the final score was of less importance than the fun they had taking part in this historic event. Of course, as is the tradition in all Cardigan alumni hockey games, the entire team was on the ice for the final minute of play-but to no avail.

Following the game, all Cardigan alumni and guests, as well as the players

Blair passes to a cutting Ned Gibbons,

and guests of the Boston Bruins, enjoyed

who gets nailed at the blueline by Frank Simonetti. Deron Quint picks up the loose puck, though, and skates in ene-on-one against Reggie Lemelin. Quint pulls the puck back between his legs and flips it into the top corner, behind a sprawling Lemelin. The crowd goes wild as Cardi-

a reception in Thompson Arena's Smoyer Lounge. A wide assortment of libations washed down the chicken wings and egg rolls that people munched on, as kids and adults had the opportunity to ask for autographs and talk with some of their hockey heroes.

Papa Gino's provided the perfect location for the Cardigan alumni entourage to meet for dinner, watch a video tape of

Alumni Spotlight: David Berner '88

Involved in Scientific Breakthrough Alumni

Althoughonlya,ophomo,e at Colby College, Ca rd igan alumnus David Berner finds himself on th e cutting edge of a scientific breakthrough. David's innovative work in the ~cience labs at Colby ~ad~ him th e subJect of a recent article m th e Colby Ma~azine. Wl~at follows is th at ~rticle, which was written by S t eve Collins a nd titled "Bacteria Finds Toxins Tasty."

David Berner (CMS ' 88 , Colby ' 95 ) and Biology Professor Frank Fekete are into heavy metal. Not Megadeath t-shirts und_erstuddedleather, but chromium and selenium in culture flasks and test tubes .

Their medium is bio-remediations of toxic metals-a fancy name for finding little bugs that eat hazardous waste. And ever since oil-eating microorganisms were a major help cleaning up the Exxon Valdez oil spill, even former skeptics in the scientific community are taking an interest in this arm of environmental biotechnology.

Two years ago Fekete talked the federal government into allowing him to spend a sabbatical leave taking soil samples from around toxic waste dumps surrounded by pools of water dyed bright yellow with heavy metal leachate.

"We were just salivating at the thought," Fekete said.

"You want a bug that breaks down selenium," Bemer explained, "you go to a selenium dump."

Fekete brought his soil samples back to Colby and put Berner to work, first isolating bacterial colonies then keeping them happy and growing. O~ce the bacteria were isolated and cultured, experiments subjecting them to increasingly toxic levels of chromium and selenium began. The scientists were interested in finding how much toxicity the microorganisms could tolerate and to what extent they could actually transform the nasty metals to less toxic forms .

With those experiments up and running, Berner decided to go back to the soil sample and start all over again. "I was just interested in getting something else-just curious," he said. As a result of this little burst of industry, he isolated his own strain of bacteria (LA 102#1), ran the same experiments on it and discovered it was twice as efficient at converting chromium as the next best contender. "It was a lot ofluck," Fekete conceded, "but he hit a gold mine."

Besides working with the bacteria, Bemer and Fekete now have to identify it and elucidate its metabolic activities.

Among the tools they are using are a nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer, a scanning electron microscope, a transmission electron microscope, and a UV -visible spectrophotometer.

From here the research is headed in a couple of directions. One plan is to get a

fermentor to grow cultures big enough to do large-scale testing. Another is to isolate the enzyme that the creature uses to 'eat' chromium. Berner' s real interestgenetics-comes into play when he talks about isolating and cloning the gene responsible for the enzyme. Then he can work on engineering other bacteria that might turn out to be even better chromium mopper-uppers.

"This is where collaboration is . important. There's a lot of cross-fertilization with chemists and physicists, and the expertise is all Continued p. 10

David Berner '88 conducting experiments at Colby lab with the electron microscope.

Photo credit: Dave Wilki11so11.

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G oaIs w I•11 B e ReaCh ed... only if you do your part!!

In recent years Cardigan has enjoyed a significant upsurge in alumni support, in terms of both participation and dollars contributed. This year, alumni are again responding to the call for support, and, with three and a half months remaining in the fiscal year 180 alumni have contributed $ 22,000.

For us to reach our Alumni Fund goals of $50,000 and 300 participants, we will need the support of all our past donors as well as many first time benefactors.

My appeal to you is simple. I ask that you take some time to consider what Cardigan has done for you. Keep in mind that your Cardigan experience was subsidized by the generous support of almuni who preceded you. Together, we are building a proud tradition of appreciation and gratitude to a school that has serveq us well! !

Many thanks this year to all Cardigan alumni who have supported and will support the honorable traditions , lessons , and values that Cardigan Mountain School represents. In today's world, your support of these ideals is particularly meaningful.

-F. Lee Bailey '47 Chairman of the Alumni Fund

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Midyear 1993

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The Rodd D. Brickell Foundation: A tradition offamily support for CMS There are certain people that come into your life who leave an indelible impression. People who, for one reason or another, will be a part of your memory forever. Rodd Brickell came to Cardigan in the fall of 1978, and, during his ninth grade year, he seemed to be a part of everything that happened on campus. On the playing fields, Rodd more than compensated for his small stature with an inimitable tenacity, drive, and competitiveness that made him a leader on the teams for which he played. Around campus, Rodd will be remembered for the perpetual grin that he wore, usually because of his amiable personality, but occasionally to cover up a bit of mischief that his insatiable curiosity drew him into. Assistant Headmaster at the time, Joe Collins, remembers Rodd this way, "I came to know Rodd as an inquisitive boy, who was always in the middle of something. The enthusiasm he exhibited in so many areas made working with him a great joy."

The Rodd D. Brickell Foundation was established to remember Rodd and the spirit which characterized his life. It was at Cardigan, when wrestling was offered as a club, that Rodd learned the sport and fell in love with it. It is particularly fitting that this Foundation now supports the annual Cardigan Mountain Ne~ England Junio·r Wrestling Tournament, which it sponsors, and the Cardigan Wrestling Program in general.

Cardigan's wrestling coach, Bill Barron, elucidates on the role of the Foundation this way: "Led by brother Richard i77 , the family has been exc~ptionally supportive of both the wrestling tournament and program. Each year, Richard

THE RODD D. BRICKELL FOUNDATION

Mr. Richard Brickell '77 and his father Mr. Norman Brickell were here this year to greet the wrestlers at the annual CMS New England Junior Wrestling Tournament.

and occasionally other family members come to the tournament to greet wrestlers and to award every medal and trophy.

Their annual contributions to the program have helped with many projects, such as padding the wrestling room walls, adding a second tournament mat, purchasing new portable score clocks, and building a new gym sound system. The Foundation also sponsors tournament awards-individual as well as team. They are very much a part of what has become the largest and most representative middle school wrestling tournament, which some are referring to now as the New England Championships for junior high wrestlers."

Richard Brickell '77 has provided the leadership in support of Cardigan through the Foundation named for his brother. Richard now lives in New York

City where he is Senior Vice President at Joseph P. Day Realty. Richard is also Director of the American Suicide Foundation, Eastern Division, and Chairman and Founder of the Junior Lifesaver's League. Rick recently received an award from actress Mariette Hartley for his good work in these organizations.

Richard summarizes his involvement with Cardigan this way : "My family and I enjoy the opportunity to help Cardigan sustain its excellent tradition in their wrestling program. Over the years, thousands of young wrestlers have enjoyed the benefits of the fine annual tournament held at CMS. The joy oflearning a sport combined with the excitement of competition during this tournament captures and perpetuates the spirit of my brother Rodd. " -David Mccusker

Alumni Spotlight, from p. 9

Adventure Story, from p. 9

Conferences, from p.2

here on the Colby campus," Fekete said.

"The sciences are getting so specialized .. .I'm finding myself less and less an island and more and more a collaborator. " Fekete said the research he does is essential to his staying viable and creative as a scientist. That pays off in the classroom-and allows undergraduates to play a much more meaningful role than they do at research universities, where graduate students usually assist professors . And at a larger school, Fekete says, he would spend more than half his time chasing grants and funding for research in order to support graduate students' work, leaving less time to teach.

He says he considers Berner a full partner and plans to co-write a paper with him on the project.

As a student at Cardigan, David has fond memories of his ninth grade I.P.S. class with Mr. Gundaker. "That was the first time I had been exposed to basic chemistry and physics in a lab setting. In the ninth grade, we concentrated our efforts on compounds and elements, and pe,formed the formation and breakdown of compounds, which is essentially what I am doing now, but on a more sophisticated level. I think it would be fair to say that it was that class which really piqued my interest in science."

Inte!estingly, Tweed Roosevelt, Theodore's great-grandson, was a member of this 1992 expedition.

To a captivated Cardigan audience, Chip spoke briefly about the tendency of history to repeat itself, thus prefacing the PBS video the students and faculty were about to see, called "The River of Doubt: 1914-1992." The video was riveting in its depiction of the many challenges both expeditions had to face . Photographs from the original trip were juxtaposed with video footage from the more recent one, while some of Theodore Roosevelt's descriptive journal entries brought both trips to life.

Paralleling the two expeditions made for a fascinating film which inspired many a question for Chip at the end. At that point, Chip emphasized the fact that he and his fellow adventurers had successfully made the trip with the assistance of many modern conveniences, ranging from toilet paper to sturdy rubber rafts and sophisticated communication equipment. In contrast, Chip went on to say, the 1914 group forged ahead in homemade, hollowed-outcanoes, with fewer, less sophisticated supplies and no means of communication. Three lives had been lost on that trip, and many believe Theodore Roosevelt's life was shortened because of the malaria he contracted on the journey.

Needless to say, students and faculty alike were inspired by the presentation.

theme approach to one's teaching curriculum, the importance of teaching proofreading skills, and combining algebra and geometry.

With such a wide variety of topics, conference attendees usually hit upon at least one seminar that enriches their professional experience in some capacity.

The two Cardigan teachers who attended the seminar on proofreading, for example, found it particularly applicable to their own courses. As one commented: "The seminar focused on ... getting students to improve their own proofreading and writing skills by fostering a greater sense of student ownership. Of greatest import, we were provided with helpful strategies for initiating this process."

-David McCusker

-Stephanie Mccusker, Editor

Pros and Cons On the whole, the benefits of attending a conference or workshop far outweigh the minor challenges (i.e. finding class coverage) of getting there. Perhaps Dudley Clark puts it best: "Although I don't like missing a day of classes and sports, it is always interesting to get to a conference and listen to other educators discuss their concerns." And the opportunity for enrichment certainly seems worth it in the long run!

-StephanieMcCusker,Editor Note: See related article on conferences for students, page 12.

A Message from the President ofthe Alumni Board At the beginning of any new calendar year, even though the end of the school year is within si'ght, one is tempted to pause and reflect. The Alumni Association has progressed in a number of ways over the past two years . This has been a building process, which we have tried to share with you. Many of you have become directly involved in this process. In any start-up venture, certain people lead the charge, and I am particularly encouraged with the demonstration ofleadership from our Alumni Board. Cardigan's Class Agents deserve special recognition for their efforts. Through the years, they have provided an important service to Cardigan Mountain School by reminding classmates of their heritage and the need to sustain it for today's students.

As you read through the Alumni News section of this edition of the Chronicle, you will note how some Cardigan alumni have become involved with the school.

The recent Alumni Winter Weekend provided much enthusiasm, as record numbers of alumni reunited for a very special day. The Third Annual Fall Alumni Reunion Weekend is scheduled for October 1-3, 1993, so make plans now to join us "on the Point" during the height of the foliage season. As always, I'd like to encourage you to become involved in the Alumni Affairs at Cardigan. There is always a need for interested, motivated individuals who share with the Alumni Association Board the goal of promoting closer relations between Cardigan and its alumni, and involving more alumni in the life of the school.

The uniqueness of the pre-prep experience, and the far reaching impact it has on an individual's future, sometimes far exceeds that of secondary school or college. Your Cardigan experience is analogous to the solid foundation of a house, which is vital to the structure's future integrity.

In collaboration with your Class Agent and Chairman of the Alumni Fund, F. Lee Bailey '47, I ask that you show your appreciation for your Cardigan experience in a tangible way by making a contribution to this year's Alumni Fund. Your support will allow Cardigan to continue its fine program for deserving students.

-John Stowe '60 President of the Alumni Association

We are excited to host the second annual Cardigan Wrestling Camp on July 23-25, 1993, featuring Olympians Nate Carr ('88 Bronze) & Bobby Weaver ('84 Gold).

For more information, please contact Camp Director, William X. Barron at (603) 523-4321.

The tournament is sponsored by the Rodd D. Brickell Foundation.

The Cardigan Chronicle

Midyear 1993

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CLASS NOTES 1949 Class Agent - Fred Lippert Fred Lippert and his wifeNonamoved back to the east coast from their home of twenty years in Seattle, Washington. The Lipperts now live in Kensington. Maryland, and Fred is the Chairman of theDepartmentofOrthopedicsattheNationalNaval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland.

1957 Class Agent - Charles Kaplan JeffDorrance lives in Cincinnati with his wife Carol. Jeff has a23 year old daughter, Sarah, who lives and works in Cleveland. Jeff is President of DEi Executive Services, which is a human resource consulting company. DEi not only provides assessment work to help companies effectively screen prospective employees, but there is also an outplacement service utilized by companies and individuals who are involved in a career search.

1960 Class Agent - Gilbert Suitor JarnesCassehnancontinues toresideinNatick, MA Heis a landscape architect working for the BSC GroupinBostonandWorcester, MA. His son Brad, 13, is in the 7th grade at the Belmont Hill School, and his son Todd, 17, isinhisjunioryearatProctor Academy.

1961 Class Agent - Karl Borden Class Secretary - David Elliott, PO Box 218, Bath, OH 44210 H#216-867-9521 W#l-800-628-3402 On a hockey trip to Lyndonville, VT, Dave McCuskerran into Ron Spaulding, who is currently on the Lyndon Youth Hockey Board.

1962 Class Agent- Paul Gardent Class Secretary-Peter Weeks, 13 Stark Highway North, Dunbarton, NH 03045 H#603-774-3281 After Cardigan, Steve Winebrenner went on to Berwick Academy and Paul Smith College in upstate New York. Sieve.then went and returned safely from Vietnam and decided torelocatein'Colorado, where he has lived ever since. Steve and his wife, Elizabeth, live in Broomfield with their 15 year old son, Billy. Steve is presently working on the largest construction project in the world, which is the new Denver InternationalAirpo1t. Steve wants to know if anyonehasseenorheardfrom Vail O'Cpnnor.

1967 Class Agent - Kurt Knowles Class Secretary - Doug Gorman, PO Box 10131, Honolulu, HI 96816 Guy SwensonresidesinMarcellus, NY, which is, from the sounds of it, close to Lake Ontario. He writes, "I'm still into hazardous wast~s with O'Brien and Gere Engineers in central New York. My wife, two children, dog, and I are enjoying sailing on Lake Ontario in the summer and skiing in the winter."

1968 Class Agent - Howard Robson Class Secretary - Thomas Doggett, 753 Lake Francis Drive, Charleston, SC 29412 H#803-795-2164 Victor Toft is Senior Vice President in the commercial real estate firm of Goldie B. Wolfe & Co .. .George Hutchinson writes thatherecently accepted a position as project architect at Target Stores,

Welcome!

Colin Brodie McCusker, son of Dave and Stephanie Mccusker, born February 3, 1993, and weighing eight pounds and ten ounces. Dave is Cardigan's Director of Alumni Affairs and CMS Class of 1980. Steff is the Editor of the Chronicle.

Colin is getting right into the CMS spirit.

a division ofDayton-Hudson Corporation. He elaborates: 'Target is an upscale mass merchandiser with stores across the country. My position involves the design of new stores with the projects issued for bidding and constructionatfourmonthintervals. We use a highly automated computer design system to produce the drawings and specifications. We expect to produce about 20 projects this year." ... Edwin Stu lb is active in both his community and the schools of his two daughters (Springside) and son (Chestnut Hill Academy). The Stulb family resides in Philadelphia... From theEZRockReview(l 05.5 FM), weleam that Geoff Blair has beennamedEZRock' s Assistant Sales Manager. Congratulations, Geoff! ... Emmet White writes, "I am presently a firefighter with Central Fire Dpt. I am married to Sandy(l l years), whoisanurseatSantaCruzMedical Clinic. We have two children, Chris and Rebekah. I still enjoy surfing, camping, and my new joyflyfishing for Sierra trout." ... Bill Thomas lives in Aurora,Colorado with his wife ofeleven years, Laura, and theirtwochildren. Bill serves in the U.S. Army as a calibration technician.

1971 Class Agent - Morgan Dickerman Class Secretary - Mike Talley, 10101 N. Arabian Trail #1055 , Scottsdale, AZ 85258 H#602-483-7782 Congratulations to Richard Whiting who recently notified us about the new addition to his family-a baby girl, born in April of 1992, named Elizabeth Meghan Hall Whiting. Richard is the president of his own company as a general contractor, and his wife, Kate, is the Director of Public Affairs for Coca Cola North Group. Richard's son Daniel is now afreshmaninhighschool. .. Graharn Clough works as ageo-physicistand lives in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.

1981 Class Agent - David Dobrowski Class Secretary - Matt Ramsby, U. of Virginia, Copley #4, Rm. 83 7 , Station #2, Charlottesville, VA 22904 Andrew Burden lives on afarminManchester, MI, with his wife, Diana, and their two year old son, Caleb.

1982 Class Agent - Kevin Powers Class Secretary - Ed Krayer, Bulls' Hockey Club, P. 0. Box 1506, Birmingham, AL 35201.

Cardigan faculty member Neil Brier recently ran into Mike Denby while they were both waiting for their cars to be tuned up in Claremont, NH. Neil discovered that Mike is now in his second yearoflaw school in South Royalton, VT, and he lives with his wife in Bethel, VT. Mike is interested in working as a law clerk this summer again. If any alumni out there have an opening for one, the Director of Alumni Affairs at Cardigan can put you in touch with Mike ... Faculty member Harry Mahoney heard from Max Astor who, in addition to being a Ham Radio Operator (General class license), is also a color separator and lithographer in the Chicago area ... After

1972

1974 Class Agent - Jon Bixby Charles Gallagher continues to practice law recently become involved in coaching goaltenders for the Lakes Region Youth Hockey Association. Interestingly, Charlie's former Cardigan history teacher, Duncan McNeish, is a member of the local golfclub to which Charles belongs. "It's wonderful to renew an old acquaintance," he writes.

1975 Class Agent - Thomas Mitchell Class Secretary - Tad MacLeod, c/o Lawrence A. MacLeod, Jr., Box461,Hardy Hill,_Lebanon, NH 03766 H#603-448-3199 Jim Blake sent holiday greetings to Cardigan in the form of two photographs, one of which was an action shot of a mysterious dragsterthathad "Blake Ritz" written on the side. Jim and his wife, Laura, have two children: Jarnie, six months old, and Patty, four and a half years.

1977 Class Agent - Tim Smith Class Secretary- Mike McLean, 16 Maple St. Apt. #1 , W. Roxbury, MA 02132 H#6 l 7-469-9077 Greg Cyr,his wife Tami, and his son Christopher are hoping to move from Virginia to New London, CT, at some point this year. Heis still working on his Cardigan buddy Tim Smith, trying to lure him back to theeastcoast. Greg hopes to make a Cardigan alumni hockey game one of these years.

1979 Class Agent - Chris King Alec Korornilas, who recently began practicing law with his father at Koromilas & Koromilas in Dover, NH, is finding the profession both challenging and rewarding ... In arecentphoneconversation with Bill Page, we learned that he graduated from UNH with amajorin Leisure Management and Tourism.

Bill currently manages the Rochester Arena in Rochester, NH .. .Chris King is atNYU finishing work on his law degree as well as his MBA, which will be completed in December. Chris will then enter the workforce well armed.

1980 Class Agent - Nick Kobusch Class Secretary - Pat Gilligan, 1 Valley Road, Marblehead, MA 01945 H#617-631-1932 Nick Kobusch is living in Los Angeles,where he has started his own graphic design company.

1986 Class Agent - Logan Clarke Class Secretary - Nat Evarts, RFD Box 238, Landgrove, VT 05148-9728 H#802-824-5926 David Lineberger signed up for anotherfouryearhitchin the military. He's working as acookwith the US AirForceat theMisawaAirBase inJapan.

1987 Class Agent - Matthew Tebbetts In hisjunior year at Williams College, HuiNengAmosis keeping very busy with the Varsity Football and Lacrosse Teams while directing a ten man choral group called "The Springstreeters." He has been doingsomeof thearrangingforthe group, as well as doing solos. He is also working and teaching twoclassesofTaiChiChuan .. .JohnHoganisajunior at Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, Illinois, bu tis presently spending a semester abroad in Spain.

1988

Class Agent - John Woods Greg Peters_is involved in wholesale and retail sales withacompanyin ThailandcalledK-G' s Silver.

in L aconia, NH, while residing in Sanbornton. He has

to visit with former teachers and share his experiences atPepperdineCollege ... Bodhi Amos has been serving as aninlern at Salisbury School where he has been Defensive Coordinator for the football team and is now coaching basketball. He is also tutoring and substitute teaching at Salisbury, Indian River School, and the local public schools.

(L eft to Right) Bruce Marshard '64, Jim

Burker '62, Peter Weeks '62, ArJ Cox '62., and (Front) Charlie Ellis '63 who enjoyed the Cardigan/Bruins' post-game reception.

Cardigan, David Archer attended GrotonSchooland Princeton University. Dave now lives in Washington D.C.andisasalesrepresentativeforLenireCompany.

1983 Class Agent - Andrew Georgescu Class Secretary - Roger Woodberry, 56 Locust St. , Reading, MA 01867-2152 H#617-944-2418 From the Boston Globe, we've learned that Greg Brown continues to do well playing professional hockey. AsofFebruary2 l, Greg had played44 games with the Buffalo Sabres affiliate in Rochester in the AHL. In his 44 games, Greg had 40 points as a defenseman.

Class Agent - Joe Trippe Class Secretary - Joe Smith, 12 Gettysburg Dr. , Nashua, NH 03060-1234 H#603-882-909 l Doug Wendt is studying "Western Ci vilization and Ch1istian Culture" and the "Great Books" honors program at Franciscan University in Ohio. He iseditor-in-chiefofanew journalcalled "Humanities" and will have an aiticle published soon in Crisis Magazine, a quarterly academic journal...Charles Dewey is a sophomore at the University oflowa and just made the basketball team ... We learned from a recentvisithemadetocampusthatBirchSharnbaugh is a sophomore at Vassar College, whereheismajoring in History and is on theski team ... In his November Harvard Varsity Hockey debut, netminder Aaron Israel stunned tl1e Brown opposition. (For more details see Cardigan Sports Shorts on page 7.) This successful debut earned Aaron quite a bit of press, it seems. Saidonewriterin theHmvard Hockey News bulletir), "Israel looked anything buttherookie... Even after Brown scored twice in a two-minute span h1 the second, Israel neverappeai·ed flustered. He buckled down ... " Aaron continues to play well for Harvard at this writing ... As a freshman at Villanova University, Jim Marrion has made that school's Varsity Lacrosse team, playing midfield. The Villanova lacrosse season runs the school year long, so Jim had an early start in September as soon as he arrived.

1989

Class Agent - Charlie Heenan Enjoying his freshman year at Vanderbilt University is Rob Hunter. Also at Vanderbilt is his CardiganclassmateJohnDorrance ... Fromaconversation with former Cardigan faculty member Bob Low, weleam that Grant Kimball is now a freshman 1984 at Lake Forest College, where he is amemberofthe Class Agent - Jeremy Cohen Varsity Hockey team. Grant is doing well academi"All is well!" writes James Gregg, who resides in cally an(j woukl like to become a teacher .. .Glen Maine and has been building wooden boats during the C:µssinelfi's do\ng well academi~all y at Kent, where winter months and instructing in the Hurricane Island_ he is captain'of the_ y ai·sity Hockey t~am and is also Outward Bound Program in the summer ... Thomas Fahey busy looking at colleges. ' graduated from the University of Arizona in Decem~er of 1990 1992... From a Union College Alumni Bulletin we learn that Class Agent - Phil Markert Gene Ray is making his mark on the athletic fields there.

George Lewis is another Cardigan alumnus (See Cardigan Sports Shorts on page 7 for more details.) who is setting records on the playing field this year, Despite setting records in football, Gene makes no bones in this case at McCallie (Tennessee). (See Sports about the facl that he enjoys the game of lacrosse much Shorts next issue for more information about his more. In fact, he is quoted in the article as saying, "In success in wrestling this year.) In football he was a lacrosse, I'm not just an offensive or defensive perfirst team all-city running back, rushing for 1500 yards former; I get to do both, and I like dishing out the in 9 games, including four200-yardeff01ts.Recently, contact. As areceiver(in football), I'm the guy getting he signed a letter of intent to attend West Virginia all of the pounding. On the lacrosse field, I give it University on a wrestling scholarship, where he would back." .. .Faculty member Harry Mahoney recently be coached by 1988 Olympian Nate Carr. In the received a phone call from Piers Matheson. Piers has meantime, he is headed for the National High School just become engaged to be married ... date notyetset.

Wrestling Championship in April, is enjoying the Lately he has been doing "voice overs" for a number support of several families and admirers who have ofcommercials. You can hear his voice on the Kodak givenhimahomeawayfromhome,andtrainingand Funs pot Camera commercials. He has another to do studying diligently. George says he would like to soonfortheROTCand the U.S. Army. He has just ,become_an accountant...Also able to boast of his completed work as the Production Coordinator for a athletic success at St. Mark's this fall is Pliil Markert. new album to be putout by EMIRecords,featuringAli (See Cardigan Sports Shorts on page 7 for Phil's Dee, called "Bring It On." It is due in the stores by accomplishments.) ... Also at St. Mark's School is March 10.

Marc Alexander, who, according to his advisor, 1985 "faced with a season ending injury in his only sport Class Agent - Bodhi Amos (soccer) ... responded withhard workin the classroom Class Secretary - Cunliffe McBee, 830 to achieve honors." Marc also had one of the leads in St. Peter St. , New Orleans, LA 70116 the dramatic production of the play "The Dining H#504-895-8797 or H#318-237-4823 Room" .. .In a November letter to Cardigan facult)' Keith Skilling recently returned to the campus Continued p.12 f

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Alumni Weekend, from p. 9 the game, and catch up with old friends .

It also provided the stage Chip Haskell '80 needed to develop his newly acquired skills as an auctioneer, as he worked the aud4ince into a feverish spending bonanza, hawking such notable and luxuriant items as a kazoo and jumper cables.

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The entire day was filled with great memories for all who attended, and a great deal of thanks is in order. First to Dennis White, parent of Cardigan alumnus Derek White '90, who hosted us at Papa Gino's; to Richard Clancy, Geoff Blair and Fran Bloom, Errol Laumann, Pete Hadlock, and Chip Haskell for all their help selling advertisements for the game program and tickets to the game, as well as their help during the day of the game. Thanks also to Greg Heidenreich, who is producing a video tape of the game, and has made this video available to Cardigan alumni at cost. To obtain a copy of this video, you can write Greg at 92 Pinard Street, Manchester, NH 03102-5128 or call him at (603) 625-4559.

Thanks to everyone who came out for this event, and I hope to see you next year.

Congratulations! Cardigan and Bruins alumni go .

-BruceMarshard '64 down the line sharing the fun of the game. Chair' Alumni Winter Weekend

Class Notes, from p.11 memberNeilB1ier, BrysonBellsaidhewasenjoying his senior year at Hotchkiss, proctoring in a dorm and editing the yearbook. College applications were keeping him especially busy at that time, and he mentioned that Skidmore College was his first choice .. .From a Wilbraham & Monson Academy press release, we learn that Ed Stanley "proved to be a major contributor to the Academy's winning footbal Iseason. Ed started on defense as a comerback, but more noticeable were his efforts on offense.Ed caught 27 passes for4 75 yards-an average of 17 yards per catch. Hescored4 touchdowns and 2extrapoints."Ed is also an honor roll student and donnitory prefect, and heis the Assistant DirectorfortheAcademy' sMiddle SchoolPlay ... Afterspendingpartofhissummerfishing in Alaska with his sister.Jamie VanAlenis now in his senior year at Salisbury ... John Bettis is a senior at St. Johnsbury, wherehemadetheHonor Roll for the fall.term ... Former faculty member Bob Low also informed us that John Torgerson represented the United States at the World Jr. Singlehanded Sailing Championships in New Zealand, and that John is aspiring to represent the US in the next Olympic Games ...Nate Cake is a senior at the Hill School where he is the captain and number one skieron their Alpine Ski team .. .Neil Turner is a senior in high school and has applied to Hamilton, Dickerson, and Ho bait fornext year.

1991 Class Agent - Erik Oberg Class Secretaries - Jeff Haskins, Brooks School, N. Andover, MA & Sean Casey, St. Mark's Scho0l, Southborough, MA

larlyenjoyedhis drama and pottery classes. He sends his best to all of his Cardigan classmates and would like anyone who ventures to California this summer to stop in and surf-just call (818) 447-4763 .. .Joey Gonzalez, wrestling for Blair, wassecondplaceatthe National Prep School Championships at 140 pounds .. .ScottFath is the captain-elect for the 1993 Westminster Varsity Football team ... Derek White's father bought the Papa Gino's restaurant in West Lebanon, NH. He commutes to work from Haverhill, MA, and enjoys visits from people in the Cardigan family. Stop in fora pizza and anISLhockeyupdate!

Derek is the goaltenderon the Groton hockey team.

1992 Class Agents - Karl Hutter and James Geoghegan Class Secretaries - Mike Kirschner, Kent School, Kent, CT 06757 and Brandon Wagner, Holderness School, Plymouth, NH 03264, and Chris Simons, St. Paul's School, Concord, NH 03301 Early this winter, Dan Bettis visited the campus to assist Mr. Barron in coaching the wrestling team. Dan is sophomore at St. Johnsbury, where he is on the High Honor Roll and has made the wrestling team ... In a playoff soccer game between Brooks and

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head-to-head(St. Paul'scameoutontop2-l .) .. .Andy Bay is also at St. Paul's and is currently playing on the Varsity Hockey team ... Last we heard, Todd Norton had also survived the Varsity Hockey cuts at St. John's School...JordanSullivan, whoattendsBrewster Academy, wastheClassALeagueChampionat 112 pounds

Fred Barney, ajunioratPomfret, finished 2nd out of l 33runnersattheSENESectionalsthis fall. He earned the Pomfret cross-country award and is their captain-elect fornext fall. ..Randy Schubert writes that he is very happy at Gould Academy, where he is racing USSA Eastern Division and has run crosscountry for the past two seasons. He has also particu-

There were nine Cardigan alumni competing in the 12th Annual New England Prep School lceHockeyToumament. They were Greg Alves '90,RyanTownsend '92,Brandon Wagner '92, Jeff Haskins '91, Greg Dumont '90,Erik Oberg '91, Rick Hughes '89,Deron Quint '92, and Eric Nickulas '91.

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Faculty members are not the only members of the Cardigan community to have ventured off campus for enrichment purposes this year. In late October, six Cardigan seniors, accompanied by faculty member Dan Murphy, attended the 4th Annual Teen Leadership Conference at Merrimack Valley High School in Penacook, New Hampshire. The seniors attending were Paul DiMartino, Jesse Green, Fran Hargarten, Lee Jenkins, Mike Tondel, and Randolph Turnbull. The conference was sponsored by the New Hampshire Teen Institute, and the focus was upon enhancing local alcohol/drug prevention programs.

The conference was kicked off by a fantastic presentation by Randy Judkins, entitled, "Full (e)Steem Ahead." Randy is a performer/presenter, and his background includes a stint as a clown instructor for The Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey's Circus. His "Full (e)Steein ... " program addresses personal issues like peer pressure, self acceptance, words of praise, a sense of humor, and supportive relationships. He was a delight to watch, and the boys were very receptive to his messages.

Paul DiMartino was particularly pleased to have had the opportunity to learn more about gang violence and drug

abuse. Paul feels that conferences like this are very important in shaping the young leaders of America for the future.

"We are the people that can make or break the future of America if we get involved in positlve programs. It makes me happy that there are so many other teens in New Hampshire that are concerned about our future, and it was enjoyable to share ideas with one another," Paul commented after the conference, and this sentiment was echoed by his peers , who unanimously found the "Full (e )Steem ... " program a valuable aspect of the conference.

The day's events were brought to a close by an incredible multimedia presentation in the main auditorium. A dramatic and stimulating video, slide, dialogue, and musical performance entitled "The Edge" was presented on the three screens on stage, emphasizing the role of critical thinking skills and education in the prevention of drug and alcohol related tragedies.

It was an educational day for all who attended the conference, and its impact will surely have a positive lasting effect, not only directly upon the six boys who attended, but also upon those who are influenced by their leadership.

-Dan Murphy

Support For Serenity House Continues Through the sale of Winter Carnival t-shirts, $1500 was raised for Serenity Pediatric Aids Foundation run by Cardigan alumnus Jim White' 61 and his wife, Charlene. Over the last five years, the Whites have taken in and cared for many children infected with the HIV virus .

Caridgan alumnus and faculty member Steve Ris ' 71 and his family will deliver the check personally to Jim White and his foundation while the Ris' are on their way to Orlando, Florida. in wrestling and placed 4th at the New England Championships. He was joined at the NE' s by other Cardigan alumni who qualified: Sean Greer ,md Mike Colliganfromhisclass,and Chris VanderPoel '91,MattSnyder '90, and John Torpy '90.

Faculty Alumni Faculty Secretary - Carol Shelton

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Midyear 1993

David Dewey got married in late November in Kent Ohio. He had taughtandcoachedatCMS before moving on toteachattheBeckSchoolinMN, and then to then to Kent State, where he earned his doctorate in gifted education. Now David teaches atTeikyo Marycrest University in Davenport, IA. ..Howard McQuarrie and his fiancee visited campus in early January. They had been visiting vaiious people in IL, NY, and NH and were on their way to Italy fortwo weeks. Howard currently resides in New South Wales ... Dr. Roger H.Perrytookofficein July as the president ofChamplain College.Prior to taking on this new position, Roger had beenamemberof the graduate faculty at Washington University and an associate superintendent ofthe St. Louis School System. Roger and his wife, Heather, have two children: Adri~nne andSchuyler .. .BruceHennesseyismarriedandlivinginJacksonHole, WY. Former students and fellow teachers, who wantto ski deep powder, should write or give him a call at: C/O General Delivery, Jackson Hole, WY83001, (307)733-061 O...CarolSheltonalso receivedaletterfromJohnHeagywhichincludeda great deal of information about Cardigan's history.

That letter will be included in the next issue.

CARDIGANWELCOMES GROUPFROMFINLAND A group of fifteen adults, twenty hockey players, and five younger children from Hyvinkaa, Finland, joined the Cardigan Family for a week in late February.

Several faculty members opened their homes to,host the adults and young children, while the hockey players (of the Vehkoja School in Hyvinkaa) experienced dormitory living with their Cardigan coun-

terparts.

While here, the group got a taste of New .England through some New Hampshire and Massachusetts sightseeing. Included in their ventures were a trip to Dartmouth College and a visit to the state capitol in Concord, NH, where they had a chance to meet with Governor Me1Till.

They also experienced life in a boarding school, as they participated in many facets of Cardigan life.

The Finnish hockey team was able to play several private school and Bantam teams in the area, and their schedule culminated in a game against Cardigan's Varsity at the Boston College rink.

Accompanying the group from Hyvinkaa was Joukko Jokinen (who coached the team), as well as Esko and Leena Lignell (parents of Hannu Lignell '92); captaining the Vehkoja team was Hannu himself; and also playing for the Finns against his own alma mater was John D'Entremont, who is the first Cardigan student to spend a school year in Hyvinkaa.

The Cardigan/Hyvinkaa connection continues to make for a mutually rewarding exchange each year!

--StephanieMcCusker,Editor Non-Profit Organization U.S. POSTAGE PAID PermitNo.1 Canaan, NH 03741

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